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Carlyle–BASF Coatings deal faces review under Australia's new merger regime

( November 28, 2025, 03:57 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Global investment company The Carlyle Group’s proposal to acquire BASF Coatings, the automotive-coatings division of German publicly listed chemical company BASF SE, is facing a public review under Australia’s new mandatory merger regime. In a statement on Friday, the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission said Carlyle plans to acquire sole control of BASF Coatings, while BASF SE will retain a 40 percent non-controlling interest and the Qatar Investment Authority will hold about 16 percent. The regulator is seeking views on whether the deal could lessen competition in paint and coatings manufacturing or related investment services, as both companies have operations across Europe, North America and the Asia-Pacific region, including Australia. The deadline for a Phase 1 review is Jan. 29, 2026.The ACCC questionnaire is attached; the statement follows. ...

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